# Building permits at 643 Morton St, Boston, MA

Six permits on record here. The newest, Feb 10, 2025: Add 110v smoke/carbon in apartments. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 56 more permits (52 projects) since May 1. A zoning hearing Nov 10 covers 1117 to 1125 Blue Hill Av, 680 ft east.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 10, 2025 | Fire systems | Add 110v smoke/carbon in apartments | $1,800 | [EFA1685595](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1685595/) |
| Feb 23, 2024 | Fire systems | Install new Napco Starlink Cellular Communicator to existing fire alarm system. Connect to central station with daily test signal. | $2,546 | [EFA1574299](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1574299/) |
| Jan 31, 2023 | Fire systems | Replace existing fire alarm control panel and tie in new sprinkler system installed by sprinkler company. | $2,286 | [ALT1346999](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1346999/) |
| Jun 21, 2022 | Fire systems | Replace existing fire alarm control panel only and tie in new sprinkler system installed by sprinkler company. | $2,286 | [EFA1346978](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1346978/) |
| Jun 3, 2022 | Alteration or repair | Change of Occupancy from Childcare Center to Three-Family Dwelling. No work to be done.;Install NFPA 13D Pump and Tank Fire Sprinkler System Throughout Residential Dwelling. | $21,000 | [ALT777470](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT777470/) |
| Jun 29, 2011 | Electrical | Installation of burglar alarm | $200 | [ELV82951](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV82951/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

56 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months).

### Next door (under 250 ft), 1 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 2026 | [39 Baird St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-baird-st/) | 200 ft NE | Plumbing | update, Repair, replace existing, | $127,765 | [PL1871905](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1871905/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 40 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [149 Ormond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/149-ormond-st/) | 790 ft SW | Roofing | Replace old existing shingles. Install high performance synthetic underlayment. Apply GAF ice and water shields. Install GAF Timberline architectural shingles. Materials, labor, debris clean up are included. | $9,800 | [SF1907728](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1907728/) |
| Oct 6, 2026 | [676 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/676-morton-st/) | 290 ft SE | Roofing | Remove ONE Curb Mounted Skylight and close in hole (Middle skylight unit without Rubber encapsulation). Rubber Roof Maintenance. | $7,499 | [SF1901124](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901124/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [73 Deering Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73-deering-rd/) | 360 ft SW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 9.02 KW 22 panels with installation of 1 tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $80,400 | [SF1904851](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1904851/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [73 Deering Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73-deering-rd/) | 360 ft SW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 9.02 KW 22 panels with installation of 1 tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $80,400 | [E1904854](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904854/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [622 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/622-morton-st/) | 660 ft N | Alteration or repair | Remove existing deck board and railing on all three floors and replace with composite deck boards, and pressure treated railing | $10,500 | [SF1901193](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901193/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [725 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/725-morton-st/) | 990 ft SE | Electrical | full electrical wiring installation across all three floors of the property, along with installation of outlets and lighting fixtures on each floor and smoke detectors throughout. Work also includes corrections to previously completed first-floor electrical work performed by another contractor, addr | $16,000 | [E1899995](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1899995/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [24 Wilcock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-wilcock-st/) | 540 ft NE | Roofing | replace the asphalt roof on home. | $9,500 | [SF1901106](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901106/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [11 Deering Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-deering-rd/) | 720 ft SE | Electrical | Reconstruction of water-damaged areas to restore the residence to its pre-loss condition, including insulation, structural framing only if required, drywall, blueboard and plaster, painting, flooring, cabinetry, countertops, interior doors, trim, plumbing, electrical, finish carpentry, | $60,414 | [SF1883582](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1883582/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [30 Courtland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-courtland-rd/) | 620 ft W | Plumbing | Replace gas valve behind stove on second floor. | $450 | [G1899428](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1899428/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [25-27 Westmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25--27-westmore-rd/) | 960 ft SW | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install for 27 Westmore Rd | $1,200 | [ELV1896997](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1896997/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [149 Ormond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/149-ormond-st/) | 790 ft SW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 11.48 kw 28 panels with installation of 1 Tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $110,400 | [SF1894645](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894645/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [149 Ormond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/149-ormond-st/) | 790 ft SW | Electrical | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 11.48 kw 28 panels with installation of 1 Tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $110,400 | [E1894649](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1894649/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [48 Deering Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-deering-rd/) | 530 ft S | Electrical | rewire 3 family house 200amps service upgrade | $40,000 | [E1895564](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1895564/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [39 Johnston Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-johnston-rd/) | 810 ft NE | Electrical | check service for reinstall of meter by Eversource for third floor unit. | $250 | [E1894661](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1894661/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [59 Goodale Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-goodale-rd/) | 600 ft S | Alteration or repair | kitchen Remodeling, including installation/replacement of cabinets Tile, Paint. Install bathroom shower wall tile. | $16,400 | [SF1891027](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891027/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [116 Wellington Hill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/116-wellington-hill-st/) | 990 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Install 3/8" foam insulation board t o the exterior of home. Install double 4" vinyl siding. Cover all trim fascia and soffit. Install new gutter at rear of home. | $28,600 | [SF1889503](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889503/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [597 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/597-morton-st/) | 640 ft N | Electrical | Remove knob and tube so customer can insulate, re wire existing knob and tube devices | $14,000 | [E1881442](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1881442/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [16 Estella St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-estella-st/) | 480 ft NW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 9.2 kw 22 panels with installation of 1 Tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $101,700 | [SF1880299](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880299/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [16 Estella St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-estella-st/) | 480 ft NW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 9.2 kw 22 panels with installation of 1 Tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $101,700 | [E1880306](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1880306/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [26 Deering Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-deering-rd/) | 660 ft S | Alteration or repair | Electrical wiring to install (2) 36000 btu multi zone outdoor unit with (8) 6k mini splits, (2) 9k mini splits, and (2) proterra 65 gal. Smart hight efficiency hybrid heat pump water heater. | $3,500 | [E1881027](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1881027/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [55 Johnston Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-johnston-rd/) | 790 ft N | Alteration or repair | Rebuild front porch with composite decking and vinyl railing. rebuild front steps | $63,800 | [SF1878819](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1878819/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [23 Goodale Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-goodale-rd/) | 870 ft S | Alteration or repair | Second and third floor only; insulation and air sealing to R-60. | $1,000 | [SF1873994](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873994/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [48 Deering Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-deering-rd/) | 530 ft S | Plumbing | Renovate the entire 3 family house | $20,000 | [PL1874724](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1874724/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [149 Ormond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/149-ormond-st/) | 790 ft SW | Plumbing | Installing (2) hybrid water heaters | $5,000 | [PL1873513](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1873513/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [149 Ormond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/149-ormond-st/) | 790 ft SW | Electrical | 400 amp service upgrade. Wiring (2) condensers and (2) air handlers for heat pump systems and (2) water heaters | $14,000 | [E1873502](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1873502/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [133 Wellington Hill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/133-wellington-hill-st/) | 590 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 28 windows; like for like size; no structural changes | $76,699 | [SF1863097](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863097/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [111 Wellington Hill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/111-wellington-hill-st/) | 1,000 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Install 3/8" foam board insulation to exterior. Install double 4" vinyl siding. Cover all trim fascia and soffit. Install 2 U28 DH and 4 U28 Sliding windows to front porch. Install 1 front entry door. Replace front porch stairs and railings with composite stairs and vinyl railings. | $60,000 | [SF1864694](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1864694/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [6 Deering Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-deering-rd/) | 830 ft S | Alteration or repair | Structural repair in basement. Remove and replace deteriorated main girder with new 3-ply LVL beam. Replace 3 lally columns with new 4 inch code-compliant columns. Excavate and pour new concrete footings per engineer. Install temporary shoring during work. No change to use or unit count. | $17,390 | [ALT1856292](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1856292/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [552 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/552-harvard-st/) | 710 ft W | Alteration or repair | repaving the existing driveway | $3,000 | [SF1867128](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867128/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [36 Deering Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-deering-rd/) | 590 ft S | Alteration or repair | renovation of existing 3 level porch | $67,150 | [SF1860146](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1860146/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [7 Havelock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-havelock-st/) | 600 ft E | Roofing | Remove and install 25 squares of architectural shingles | $18,500 | [SF1859484](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859484/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [59 Goodale Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-goodale-rd/) | 600 ft S | Electrical | Repairs and replacement for ceiling and walls electrical boxes. Locations : 3 Bedrooms, Living room, Kitchen and Entrance. work to be performed in 2nd floor appartement | $3,500 | [E1857201](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857201/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [85 Deering Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-deering-rd/) | 420 ft W | Plumbing | Installation of new high-efficiency gas boiler, including removal of existing unit, piping connections, venting, controls, startup, and testing. | $1,900 | [PL1851525](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1851525/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [19 Courtland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-courtland-rd/) | 480 ft NW | Electrical | Install 30 amp Fused Htap at service drop on pole. Install OH service with #6 THHN copper conductors to shroud on new pole. Install 4 circuits for pole antenna equip.. Crown Castle BOS_SC_004 | $3,500 | [E1846507](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1846507/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [25-27 Westmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25--27-westmore-rd/) | 960 ft SW | Alteration or repair | To insulate attic and exterior wall with blown in cellulose insulation. | $5,725 | [SF1826294](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1826294/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [44 Hansborough St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-hansborough-st/) | 930 ft N | Roofing | Remove 15 existing square of roofing check for rot and replace with 15 new square of roofing to code | $27,605 | [SF1844737](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844737/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [85 Deering Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-deering-rd/) | 420 ft W | Plumbing | Install and connect Archer Ranger RGR-4-100 Furnace, including gas, venting, ductwork, and electrical, followed by startup and testing to ensure proper operation. | $1,900 | [G1845772](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1845772/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [23 Goodale Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-goodale-rd/) | 870 ft S | Electrical | Building service upgrade to 400 amps. Installing ASHP in all 3 units. Unit 1 - (2) external condensers, (6) indoor head units Unit 2 - (2) external condensers, (6) indoor head units Unit 3 - (2) external condensers, (6) indoor head units | $90,000 | [E1844701](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1844701/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [39 Wilcock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-wilcock-st/) | 560 ft N | Electrical | public meter | $200 | [E1845488](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1845488/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [25-27 Westmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25--27-westmore-rd/) | 960 ft SW | Electrical | Replace 2 Bathroom fan/lights | $2,000 | [E1845068](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1845068/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 15 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [36 Hillsboro Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-hillsboro-rd/) | 0.23 mi SW | Plumbing | Reconnect gas to water heater | $400 | [G1829840](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1829840/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [45 Westmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-westmore-rd/) | 0.23 mi SW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 12.71 kw 31 panels with installation of 1 tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $104,700 | [SF1904162](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1904162/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [45 Westmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-westmore-rd/) | 0.23 mi SW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 12.71 kw 31 panels with installation of 1 tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $104,700 | [E1904166](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904166/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [20 Outlook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-outlook-rd/) | 0.25 mi S | Electrical | Installation of new GFCI protected outlets with new circuits from existing panels for water bottle filler stations. | $9,000 | [E1891005](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1891005/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [40 Hillsboro Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-hillsboro-rd/) | 0.23 mi SW | Plumbing | water heater replacement | $650 | [PL1880173](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1880173/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [40 Hillsboro Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-hillsboro-rd/) | 0.23 mi SW | Plumbing | water heater replacement | $650 | [G1880172](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1880172/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [20 Outlook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-outlook-rd/) | 0.25 mi S | Plumbing | Young Achievers Science &; Math Pilot School, 20 Outlook Road, replace drinking fountains: 4 in the basement, 2 on the 1st floor and 2 on the 2nd floor. | $16,000 | [PL1879238](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1879238/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [35 Leston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-leston-st/) | 0.25 mi SE | Plumbing | replacement of 3 gas boilers in Apt 1,2 and 3 | $20,000 | [PL1879501](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1879501/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [35 Leston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-leston-st/) | 0.25 mi SE | Plumbing | replacement of 3 gas boilers for APT 1, 2 AND 3 | $20,000 | [G1879499](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1879499/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [8 Leston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-leston-st/) | 0.25 mi SE | Roofing | Strip and replace roofing material Install metal covering over facia | $10,500 | [SF1877140](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877140/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [46 Westmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-westmore-rd/) | 0.21 mi SW | Electrical | Install recessed lights, replace outdoor flood lights | $3,000 | [E1872992](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1872992/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [9 Hansborough St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-hansborough-st/) | 0.22 mi NE | Plumbing | Replace heating furnace | $5,000 | [G1867237](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1867237/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [25 Outlook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-outlook-rd/) | 0.20 mi S | Electrical | POST INSTALL REPAIR work needed at site to pass final electrical inspection at site - Grounding work | $2,500 | [E1859618](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1859618/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [2-6 W Main St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2--6-w-main-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Plumbing | replacement of 60k btu gas furnace | $15,000 | [G1853490](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1853490/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [36 Hillsboro Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-hillsboro-rd/) | 0.23 mi SW | Plumbing | Replace water heater in the basement. | $1,800 | [PL1829838](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1829838/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

Hearings are public: you can comment or attend. Dates can move; check the city's page before you go.

| Status | Hearing | Address | Distance | Request | Case | City's words | Filed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Requested | Nov 10, 2026 | 1117 to 1125 Blue Hill Av | 680 ft E | To remove the previous proviso relief… | [BOA1783948](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Rescheduled" | 2025-09-29 |
| Requested |  | 28 Goodale Rd | 910 ft S | Zoning appeal; the description is on the city's appeal tracker. | [BOA1874558](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-07-20 |
| No decision posted | Sep 22, 2026 | 655 Morton St | 120 ft S | To change Occupancy from 3-family house to a -family house | [BOA1770910](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Concluded" | 2025-08-29 |
| Requested |  | 1102 to 1106 Blue Hill Av | 1,000 ft E | To confirm occupancy as Beauty salon, Church with adult day care, Hardware store w/ Uhaul rental… | [BOA1765083](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2025-08-18 |
| Approved | Jul 28, 2026 | 516 Harvard St | 620 ft NW | Zoning appeal: "Seeking to change the occupancy from a three-family dwelling to a four-family dwelling…" | [BOA1827377](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-03-11 |

## More on this street

Other addresses on Morton St with permits, nearest house number first:

- [660 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/660-morton-st/): newest permit Apr 22, 2026
- [663 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/663-morton-st/): newest permit Feb 26, 2026
- [622 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/622-morton-st/): newest permit Sep 17, 2026
- [676 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/676-morton-st/): newest permit Oct 6, 2026
- [687 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/687-morton-st/): newest permit Sep 23, 2025
- [597 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/597-morton-st/): newest permit Aug 6, 2026
- [712-714 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/712--714-morton-st/): newest permit Aug 6, 2025
- [725 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/725-morton-st/): newest permit Sep 17, 2026
- [736 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/736-morton-st/): newest permit Sep 5, 2025
- [741 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/741-morton-st/): newest permit Dec 10, 2024

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-09 19:09 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/

Zoning requests come from the Boston Zoning Board of Appeal tracker (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/zoning-board-of-appeal-tracker). We read it Oct 9, 13:17 UTC.

Map, all 6 permits at this address and 56 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/643-morton-st/